I got 200 extra dollars last week for working Thanksgiving and gave it all away

[skygazer]

I gave $100 to a local charity drive that buys gifts and necessities for foster kids, and I gave the other $100 to a charity in my hometown in Vt. that buys warm winter clothing for needy kids.

I could have really used it to pay bills or buy gifts for my kids but this was a lot more fun.

[ThomCat]

1. That's really wonderful.

Thank you. On behalf of whomever benefits from those gifts.

I hope a lot more people do this too.

In past years I always did. This year I can't. I don't have a job or any income anymore.

[suninvited]

3. I know what you mean.

I have always given away approximately 10% of my income to different sources, and all of a sudden I cant afford to, and it kills me.

I miss being able to.

[skygazer]

4. It's such a tough year for so many people

I'm not in the best shape I've ever been in financially - my husband is laid off and I'm pretty much carrying things - but I'm a lot better off than some people and I know the charities are having a harder time meeting their goals.

It feels good to help. And I understand why others just can't.

[applegrove]

2. That is the spirit. I hope to follow you in that direction and give to the needy.

[leeroysphitz]

5. Give it away, give it away, give it away now...

[XemaSab]

6. Good for you!